St. Augustines Road, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK40
By Michael Graham
£ 750,000
Reviews
3 out of 5 stars
Michael Graham says ..
A 1960s four bedroom detached property, in a residential road within walking distance of Bedford's Victorian park and the town centre, for sale with no upper chain. The property has been extended and now has 2,410 sq. ft. of accommodation with gas to radiator heating and double glazing. The entra...
Property Oracle says ..
This 1960s four-bedroom detached property in Bedford’s De Parys area presents a compelling opportunity, yet requires careful consideration. The property’s location offers some key advantages. Its proximity to Bedford Park provides green space and recreational opportunities. Being within walking distance of the town centre and several well-regarded schools (Castle Newnham School, rated ‘Good’, and another rated ‘Outstanding’ are particularly close) is highly desirable, enhancing family appeal.
The house itself is sizeable, with 2410 square feet of accommodation spread across four bedrooms and two bathrooms. The interior, however, appears somewhat dated. The décor, fixtures, and fittings could benefit from modernisation to enhance its appeal and potentially increase value. While the photos suggest a structurally sound property, potential buyers should budget for renovation to improve its interior’s aesthetic and functionality.
The substantial garden space is a very strong selling point, adding considerable desirability to the property. The lack of precise plot size measurement limits precise valuation, however. While the images indicate a significant outdoor area, buyers should verify dimensions.
Considering comparable properties and its considerable size, the £750,000 asking price appears to be in line with market expectations in Bedford. However, potential buyers must factor in the costs associated with updating the interior to current standards to accurately assess the property’s overall value proposition. Buyers seeking a move-in ready home may want to account for the expected costs of renovation when making their offer.
Therefore, we give this property 6 / 10. *Disclaimer: This is our option and does constitute a recommendation or financial advice. Do your own research. *
- Price
- 7
- Condition
- 6
- Location
- 7
- Land
- 7
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Bathrooms
- 2
- Sqft (est)
- 2,410.00
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Metrics Year-on-Year
- Average area value
- 397,000.00 £Increased by 1.71 %
- Est sale value
- 884,470.00 £Decreased by 3.42 %
- Average area rental value
- 1,163.00 £/moIncreased by 23.59 %
- Est letting value
- 2,410.00 £/mo
- Est rental Yield
- 3.52 %Increased by 21.80 %
- Crime Rate
- 3.00 %Unchanged by 0.00 %
Agent Activity
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Nearby Schools
| Name | Type | Ofsted | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilgrims Pre-Preparatory School | Other Independent School | 0.43 KM | |
| Castle Newnham School | Foundation School | Good | 0.69 KM |
| Bedford School | Other Independent School | 0.83 KM | |
| Castle Newnham School | Foundation School | Outstanding | 0.93 KM |
| Brickhill Primary School | Community School | Good | 1.03 KM |
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Nearby Streets
| Name | Average Price | Average Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Windsor Gardens | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Kingfisher Close | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Devon Road | £ 500,000 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Martin Close | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Rush Court | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
Nearby Transport
| Name | NLC | TLC | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bedford St Johns | 1510 | BSJ | 2.19 KM |
| Bedford | 1512 | BDM | 2.62 KM |
| Kempston Hardwick | 1384 | KMH | 7.90 KM |
Nearby Listings
| Address | Price | Type | Score | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Park Avenue, Bedford | £ 1,250,000 | BUY | 7 / 10 | 0.09 KM |
| Flat 3, 7 St. Augustines Road, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK40 2NB | £ 85,000 | BUY | 5 / 10 | 0.09 KM |
| St George's Road, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK40 | £ 1,100,000 | BUY | Unknown | 0.11 KM |
| St Augustines Road, Bedford | £ 140,000 | BUY | 5 / 10 | 0.12 KM |
| Park Avenue, Bedford, MK40 2LR | £ 1,750,000 | BUY | 8 / 10 | 0.13 KM |
Nearby Properties
| Address | Price | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| 35 St Augustines Road | £ 575,000 | 0.03 KM |
| 54 St Augustines Road | £ 795,000 | 0.03 KM |
| 16a St Alban Road | £ 450,000 | 0.07 KM |
| 17 St Alban Road | £ 460,000 | 0.07 KM |
| 12 St Alban Road | £ 585,200 | 0.09 KM |